Bayou Shrimp

• cayenne↗1 teaspoon
• black pepper↗2 teaspoons
• salt↗1 teaspoon
• thyme↗1 teaspoon
• rosemary↗1 teaspoon
• basil↗1⁄4 teaspoon
• sweet paprika↗1⁄4 teaspoon
• large shrimp↗1 lb
• minced garlic1 1⁄2 tablespoons
• fresh lemon juice↗2 tablespoons
• Worcestershire sauce↗1 1⁄2 tablespoons
• beer↗1⁄4 cup

  do not use dark beer

• cold butter↗3 tablespoons

  cut into pieces

• Italian bread or French bread↗1 loaf

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Mix cayenne, black pepper, salt, thyme, rosemary, basil and paprika in a small bowl.

2. 2

   Peel and devein shrimp leaving tails intact.

3. 3

   Heat the oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.

4. 4

   Add the garlic, Saute for 20 seconds until a pale golden color.

5. 5

   Stir in shrimp, Worcestershire sauce and lemon juice. Season with 2 tbsps of the spice mixture or to taste.

6. 6

   Saute for 30 seconds.

7. 7

   Add the beer and simmer for 1 minute or until shrimp turn pink.

8. 8

   Remove from heat and add the butter, stirring until melted.

9. 9

   Pour into a serving bowl and serve with the bread for dipping.